What is Matavera like?

Matavera is a welcoming neighborhood that travelers like for its beaches and snorkeling.

What's the best accommodation in Matavera?

Based on our traveler data, Ikurangi Eco Retreat is one of the top choices for your stay in Matavera. This hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. Another good option for your stay in the neighborhood is Seaside Beachfront Villas .

How many hotels should I expect to find in the Matavera area?

Expedia has 25 hotels and other accommodations in Matavera to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Rarotonga area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Matavera, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view top deals in Matavera.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Matavera?

To access more information about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to Matavera, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/ .

What is there to do in this Rarotonga neighborhood?

Muri Beach, Avana Harbour, and Arai-Te-Tonga are just a few of the places to visit in and around Matavera. While you're out sightseeing in Rarotonga, be sure to visit other sights like Moturakau or Te Vara Nui Village.

Top Matavera Hotels from ₩140,055

Discover 349 Matavera hotels and places to stay, with room rates, reviews, and availability. Most hotels are fully refundable.

"Really nice place, great staff and spa "

Private beach, white sand, sun loungers, beach towels

"Staff, beautiful grounds. Nice room. quiet. Great food. "

₩599,904 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 17 - Mar 18

Deluxe Beachfront Room | Beach/ocean view

"The staff and facilities are great. Right on one of the best beaches in Rarotonga with canoes, SUPs and snorkeling gear provided. Thanks to all the staff again."

₩294,905 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 11 - Mar 12

"We loved our stay at Te Vakaroa! We had an upstairs two bedroom villa with an awesome view across the lagoon to the ocean… walk out the front past the pool and your on the sand and swimming! Two bedrooms, two bathrooms upstairs, another toilet down stairs with a washer and dryer.. big lounge area and balcony.. right next door to the sailing club with cafe bar… a short walk to the pacific resort or nautilus where we went for food and cocktails… Awesome location and we are booking again for next...

"Kristina and her staff were great. Super friendly and helpful. The back villa came with amazing views with loungers and a table and chairs to enjoy the raised deck views. Bikes and kayaks were available for use and allowed us to see three turtles in the lagoon while paddling on three separate days. Loungers were also available for use on the beach. The night market was only steps away which made dining easy when we had no car available. We did rent a Muri Shores vehicle they had available at the...

₩264,785 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 29 - Mar 30

Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

"What an absolutely amazing hotel and staff! Cannot recommend this hotel more! The staff is so awesome, they get to know your name and will recommend local food spots as well as things to do. "

₩620,591 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 18 - Mar 19

"The only thing needed is wifi and they are working on it, everything is excellent! Highly recommend it!"

"The beach was so beautiful, safe to swim, would have taken my own snorkel if I had know how great the area was. Our room was on the bottom floor, so we could go out our doors right out to the beach. The outdoor dining was just a few steps from our room. The food was great, so were the drinks. One drink in particular was great, called a Mud Lover. The staff was great, especially Ryan, very friendly and helpful. Marvin was also great. One thing I would recommend would be to rent a car at least...

"We enjoyed our stay and found the property to be above our expections. Communication was good and we were met onsite by the Property Manager who was lovely. A car or scooter is useful for this property as it is up a steep hillside. Overall, fantastic value for money and in a great location to explore all the area has to offer."

₩161,063 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 11 - Mar 12

"The Staff went above and beyond to be friendly and helpful. Everyone of them. Things I didn’t care for was the rediculous prices for drinks, what Happy Hour? Wifi is also an unbelievable rip off. No beach to walk on and tough swimming. They have done a really good job fixing this place up and Adults only is a bonus."

₩187,005 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 8 - Apr 9

Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

"We throughly enjoyed our stay at the sanctuary, a couple of small things i would change is the music! It is on loop 1 album the whole time and food was not consistent but mostly good. Also wifi needs to be inclusive in price even if it is a small amount. Overall was our favorite place to stay! "

₩232,805 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 11 - Mar 12

"The Raratongan Resort was amazing! The snorkeling was some of the best anywhere-hundreds of fish (including so many nurseries with babies), lots of coral, many, many eels, and turtles; the beach was beautiful; the staff and activities were terrific; the room was wonderful; and the breakfast buffet was the best I've ever had anywhere! What a paradise!"

₩256,718 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 11 - Mar 12

"Paul & his team are amazing hosts. The Black Pearl is a lovely place to stay without the hustle and bustle of a big complex. Everything is available from a washing machine, BBQ & reef shoes. The beach is a 30 second walk accross the road and there is a restaurant and garage right next door for any snacks or drinks if needed. Paul can provide great recommendations for restaurants and car hire! Thank you so much for making our first trip to Raro truly on to remember!!"

"We enjoyed the convenience of the restaurant and bar on site, the pool was Devine and the staff absolutely amazing. We will be back👍"

₩248,981 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 11 - Mar 12

"If you’re just looking for a clean, decent, and convenient place to stay for 1-2 nights, I highly recommend this place. We landed around 11:30 pm, this hotel is very close to the airport (walkable). We stayed here at the front and back ends of our trip as we spent the majority of the trip in Aitutaki. We would stay here again. The restaurant had great food and drinks. I even got a wonderful massage for a great price here. They also have free WiFi. WiFi is hard to find on the island unless...

₩238,306 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 11 - Mar 12

On the beach, white sand, sun loungers, beach towels

"Love the location of this property, staff always helpful and friendly. We did have some challenges parking at times."

₩228,377 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 15 - Mar 16

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Arorangi

2 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

4.5/5(30 area reviews)

As the sun sets, relax on Rarotonga’s coast next to the clear waters of an azure lagoon. Enjoy exploring the wonders of the Cook Islands.

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Matavera hotels information

Number of reviews	4,643
Accommodation	349 hotels
Lowest Price	₩140,055
Highest Price	₩539,641

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5/5 Excellent

"Amazing, kind staff & a beautiful resort!"

A verified traveler stayed at Crown Beach Resort & Spa

Posted 2 days ago

5/5 Excellent

"Great place to stay if you prefer self contained room style accommodation. There are no dining facilities here but there are a few options nearby within walking distance including the food night markets right next door, a cafe for morning coffees across the road, the sailing club restaurant 30 meters down the beach (ate here a couple of times, it’s pretty good), a convenience store and takeaways also 20-30 meters away. Rooms were clean and had everything you need. Staff were very friendly, helpful and hospitable. Muri beach and lagoon is amazing. Golden sand and crystal clear water with lots of amazing sea life around if you like snorkeling. We saw and swam with turtles right out in front of the accomodation every day. Masks, snorkels, reef shoes, SUPs, kayaks, bikes are all provided free of charge for guests which we found to be awesome! Swam in the pool once, it was nice but the beach is really where it’s at. It’s a vibrant spot with lots of activity going on. There are lagoon tour operators either side of the Muri Beachcomber so you get to see and hear the shows they put on on the beach before they head off a couple of times a day. The drums and singing adds to the cultural feel and atmosphere of the area. Despite all the activity we didn’t feel like there was too much going on. We were still able to relax on the deck chairs, soak up the sun and picturesque views if that’s what we felt like doing. Found no faults during our stay, highly recommend it. "

A verified traveler stayed at Muri Beachcomber

Posted 2 days ago

5/5 Excellent

A verified traveler stayed at The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium

Posted 6 days ago

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Moana Sands Lagoon Resort - Adults Only

Moana Sands Lagoon Resort - Adults Only

Pacific Resort Rarotonga

Pacific Resort Rarotonga

Muri Beach Club

Muri Beach Club

Te Vakaroa Villas

Te Vakaroa Villas

Muri Shores

Muri Shores

Little Polynesian Resort

Little Polynesian Resort

Moana Sands Beachfront Villas

Moana Sands Beachfront Villas

Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel

Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel

Muri Lagoon View Bungalows

Muri Lagoon View Bungalows

Club Raro Resort – Adults Only

Club Raro Resort – Adults Only

Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only

Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only

The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium

The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium

The Black Pearl Beach Side Apartments

The Black Pearl Beach Side Apartments

Aroa Beachside Resort

Aroa Beachside Resort

The Islander Hotel

The Islander Hotel

The Edgewater Resort & Spa

The Edgewater Resort & Spa

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